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Poor performance? Car overheating? 'Mayonnaise' in your oil? We work with friendly, professional garages and mechanics across , so whether your Renault is driveable or not, one of our specialists will fix your Head Gasket at a great price.

Job done at an extremely good price (almost 1/3rd of main dealer cost) Car picked up and delivered back. No complaints at all. Will certainly use again and recommend to anybody.

03.08.18

David, Hyundai Coupe

Fantastic service from Auto Solutions. Collected my car and re-delivered to my house fixed within 48 hours.
Price rose slightly by my own choosing due to them suggesting having the timing belt replaced whilst they had already stripped the car back.
Highly recommend them and will likely be using them again in the future, super fast service.

01.08.18

Alex, Vauxhall Corsa

good service, friendly people. Replaced timing chain, filters and all tippers. No more rattling noise when I drive!!

24.07.18

Olga, Vauxhall Corsa

Yes. This exceeded my expectations. They were very quick in fixing my break pads. Would highly recommend them.

Excellent services. In constant contact with Patrick was collected and return as stated. Price quoted was the final price. Patrick also touched up a couple of chips on the door edge and a smaller scrap on the back bumper ( within the quoted price).
Totally satisfied with the finish and the expertise of the company.
Would totally recommend them.

09.08.18

SUSAN, Fiat 500

Great garage! Good guys who are professional and efficient. Will definitely return and recommend to everyone.

08.08.18

Terry, BMW 3 Series

Very competitive price, handy location for me. Patrick is very nice fella, very helpful, sourced good quality (Bosch/Brembo) discs and pads. Job was completed speedily. Would whole heartedly recommend ACS. Came across this site and ACS only via google search. Very glad I did. Would use again next time I need garage.

An efficient and professional service that for the price above included a cam-belt and water pump change,oil and air filter change and synthetic oil change as well as a courtesy car whilst the job was being done. I should be able to award six stars. Thank you very much Swanmore Repair centre.

09.08.18

RICHARD, Volkswagen Passat

Very personable and professional, very competitive pricing. I added on oil change, filter and air-filter which was a very reasonable cost.

06.08.18

Damien, Renault Grand Scenic

Brilliant service.Thank you

05.08.18

Patrycja, SAAB 9-3

An excellent service at an excellent price. The above price included a cam-belt and water pump change, oil and air filter change and a C3 oil change. Polite and friendly staff who also loaned me a courtesy car whilst the job was done. If I could I would award them six stars. Well done.

05.08.18

RICHARD, Volkswagen Passat

1st class service, could not have asked for anymore, alternator was changed and when I asked for the timing belt to be done at the same time I was also given a discount would definetly recommend 100%

This is a fantastic group of people. I used to use them but have moved further away and had a terrible experience with a different garage. When I used WhoCanFixMyCar.com I learned that Pool Street will come and collect and return your car even as far away as I am. Much appreciated and unlike most they always stick to their word and don't charge for diagnosis or advice.

10.08.18

Graham, MINI Convertible

Great service, will be using again!

10.08.18

Daniel, Renault Megane

Easy to book,job done at a fair price,service with a smile,recommended.

Excellent Service !!!
Honest and polite staff.
You will not be disappointed

07.08.18

Agnes, Ford Focus

Final price was higher than original quote but this was due to other parts needed. These guys were quick and had great communication through the clutch replacement process but most importantly were 50% cheaper than tambridge garage in southwater quote - will 100% use these guys again

06.08.18

Michael, Ford Focus

Great Service. Work completed on-time and to a very high standard. Very good value cam belt, tensioners & water pump change for works vehicle. On colecting the vehicle all Replacement parts had been retained for my inspection. . Better service than a main Citroen dealer A++++

What is a Head Gasket?

The Head Gasket is the gasket (thin sheet of metal creating a perfect seal) that sits between the engine block and the cylinder head (the section of the engine which fits over the cylinders).

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What is a 'blown' Head Gasket?

A blown Head Gasket means that the seal between the cylinders and the other parts of the engine (most commonly the cooling system) has been broken. This can lead to rough running and, moer significantly, overheating, which can cause significant engine damage.

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What are blown Head Gasket symptoms?

If the car is overheating, running poorly, allowing exhaust gases into the radiator (which may cause a bubbling sound) or has a white 'mayonnaise-like' gunk on the underside of the oil filler cap, it is likely that the Head Gasket has blown.

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Will a Head Gasket 'sealer' work?

There are products on the market to seal a blown head gasket but we don't recommend them. They may provide a temporary fix but can block your cooling system, thus causing further damage.

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How much does Head Gasket repair cost?

The Head Gasket itself is a cheap part (usually under £50), but there is a lot of labour involved in dismantling, changing and reassembling. You can expect to pay a minimum of 350, rising depending on the complexity and layout of your car's engine.

Average rating for
Renault Head Gasket bookings

4.62

13 reviews

Mathew

16/02/2018

Renault Megane

Excellent mechanic, no messing around turned up and got on with it. I would highly recommend to anyone

Work carried out - Head gasket, timing belt and waterpump. Clearly knows his subject. Great communication throughout the job including pictures of the strip. Punctual in picking up and return of the veicle and very competative price (Halfords quoted 600 for just the cambelt). Would recomend and use again.

Dorchester Car Repair closed down

Leahanne

20/07/2017

Renault Grand Scenic

Brilliant service and very friendly would recommend these guys absolutely.

CJ Autocare

Renault Head Gasket Repair Cost

The cost of Head Gasket will likely differ greatly depending on which Renault model you have. Combining the varying cost of parts and the difference in labour hours needed to complete the job, different Renault models will cost different amounts for Head Gasket. Take a look below at the average quote for Head Gasket on WhoCanFixMyCar.com for some of the top Renault models.

Head Gasket Cost by Renault Model

Renault Model

Average Price

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Renault Clio

£498.84

This table uses data from quotes provided on WhoCanFixMyCar.com between 17/05/2018 and 15/08/2018.

What is a Head Gasket?

A head gasket is effectively a seal which is essential for maintaining the temperature and integrity of a car engine. It's a part responsible for sealing pressure within the engine as well as the distribution of oil and coolant.

Every time you turn on your engine the head gasket has to operate within very high temperatures and pressures, which is exactly what it is designed to do. The engine of your car needs to be cooled constantly as it relies on combustion for power and the head gasket is the core component in performing this job.

If the head gasket is damaged, the engine will quickly overheat and serious damage will be caused. Overheating in the engine of your car will lead to a loss of compression, the mixing of oil, water, coolant as well as a reduction in lubrication.

The head gasket is a very complex piece of equipment and so a variety of materials are needed to build it. It has to be able to withstand and function normally at extreme temperatures and pressure, it also needs to be resistant to all of the chemicals and oils which rush around your car engine.

As a result, each gasket from one car to the next is different as the demands of each engine are unique. Car manufacturers like Ford, Vauxhall and BMW spend millions of pounds every year in the research and development of head gaskets to help manage the pressure and cooling of engines.

Unfortunately, if you need a head gasket repairing, it will be on the more expensive side. However, if you follow the advice below you can learn how to recognise problems with your gasket before something serious happens.

Signs that your Head Gasket needs Replacing or Repairing

Overheating engine

Your temperature gauge is higher than usual

White milky oil

White smoke from the exhaust pipe

Significant loss of coolant with no visible leaks

There is coolant or oil on the head of the spark plugs

You remove the cap from your car radiator and see bubbles of air rising

Your car is chugging or suffers a loss of power

There is oil in the water of the cooling system

There are other signs to look out for but unless you are a trained mechanic it will be difficult to spot them which is why it is so important that you have your car checked if you suspect there is an issue.

As mentioned above, if a head gasket blows, it can be a costly repair for you as a huge increase in temperature throughout the engine could very easily cause a range of other issues.

If you need a head gasket repair or if you think you might have an issue with the unit, it is vital that you pay attention to the issue, if you ignore the signs above and the gasket blows while you are driving this could cause serious threat to your safety.

Head Gasket Replacement Cost

A blown head gasket repair can be quite costly for any driver, no matter what car you drive. There is no easy head gasket fix and so you will need to get an experienced mechanic to take a look. The scale does vary for a head gasket repair when looking at different card brands. For a Mercedes, pricing is over £700 on average whereas for a Fiat the price is around £355 on average.

Get Your Head Gasket Repaired or Replaced with Who Can Fix My Car

Finding a mechanic you can trust to do a good job and charge a fair price, is not always easy which is why we have simplified the process.

We work with a network of over 10,000 mechanics and garages across the UK so we can find competitive head gasket repair deals for you.

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We’ll send you a great selection of quotes from mechanics and garages in your area

You can then compare the quotes and read reviews from previous customers to find the best head gasket deal in your area, before booking the Head Gasket Replacement or Repair online.

In addition to the original quote, the final price included, recovery, extra spare parts and labour Prompt, efficient service at a good price. The owner is very helpful and willing.
I will be using MCR for further jobs.